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Species/Variety | Lifespan | Root Structure | Carbon Ratio | pH |
|---|---|---|---|---|
BRASSICAS & FORBS/ Bio-fumigation Mustard Mix | A | TAP | 20:1 | 5.5 – 8.0 |
Lifespan: A = Annual; B = Biennial; P = Perennial
Tolerates well or is useful for
Is somewhat tolerant or is somewhat useful for
Is not tolerant or should not be used for
| Nitrogen Fixation | Ability to fix nitrogen into your soil for your subsequent cash crops to utilize as fertilizer for growth and energy | |
| Weed Suppression | Ability to suppress weeds by shading soil and releasing allelopathic chemicals | |
| Beneficial Insectary | Ability to attract beneficial insects and reduce your reliance on costly insecticides | |
| Forage Quality | Ability to improve forage quality by suppressing weeds and providing highly nutritious forage | |
| Nutrient Recycling | Ability to store excess nutrients from cash crops for use in subsequent plantings | |
| Quick Regrowth | Ability to increase soil organic matter by accumulating biomass in a short period of time | |
| Soil Compaction | Ability to increase nutrient uptake and root development by breaking up dense and compacted soil | |
| Erosion Control | Ability to hold soil in place to capture and retain moisture from rainfall and prevent topsoil erosion | |
| Water Management | Ability to increase field productivity by improving the drainage of wet soils | |
| Nematode Resistance | Ability to suppress the growth of nematodes by interrupting their reproductive cycles |
| Heat | Ability to tolerate heat stress caused by warm temperatures and/or limited water availability | |
| Drought | Ability to tolerate periods of limited water availability | |
| Sub-Freezing | Ability to tolerate freezing temperatures for an extended period of time | |
| Shade | Ability to tolerate low light conditions caused by plant competition | |
| Flood | Ability to tolerate standing water or flooded areas for a limited period of time | |
| Low Fertility | Ability to tolerate soils with limited nitrogen, and other mineral resources necessary for growth |
| Silage | |
| Hay | |
| Grazing | |
| Stockpile |
| Corn | |
| Cotton | |
| Rice | |
| Soybean | |
| Wheat |
| Drilled | Broadcast | |
|---|---|---|
| Seeding Rate | 8-14 lbs/acre | 20-25 lbs/acre |
| Planting depth | 1/4-3/4 inch | |
| Ideal Soil | Prefers well-drained soils within a pH range of 5.5-6.8 | |
What nematodes does Mustard control?
Some varieties of white mustard have shown to be effective at controlling Beet Cyst nematodes (Heterodera schachtii), Columbia Root-Knot nematode (Meloidogyne chitwoodii) and False Columbia Root-Knot nematode (Meloidogyne fallax) among others.
Does mustard suppress weeds?
White mustard will emerge quickly, e ectively
shading out weeds. When the mustard crop is mulched and incorporated into the soil, the breakdown of glucosinolates in the plants will produce other chemicals that act against weeds and pests. Those secondary chemicals behave like the active chemical in commercial fumigants like metam sodium. This natural fumigant can leave a nearly weed-free seed bed.
Is Mustard good for water management?
White Mustard improves the water infiltration and moisture holding ability of the soil. Its deep reaching roots create channels in the soil that allow better movement of water and air. These
channels also improve soil penetration by the roots of the subsequent crop.
Is Mustard cold-tolerant?
Frost is a concern as mustard plants winterkill at temperature of 25 F. Regional planting dates should be adjusted based on the above criteria. Wait 4-6 weeks after mulching and incorporating into the soil before planting the next crop.
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